Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how BleeBot (bleebot.com) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
By continuing to use BleeBot, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the methods outlined below.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website operators. Cookies can be “persistent” (remaining on your device until they expire or are deleted) or “session-based” (deleted when you close your browser).
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as pixel tags, web beacons, and local storage to collect information and improve your experience on our website.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
Examples of essential cookies we use:
- Session management cookies that maintain your browsing session
- Security cookies that help detect and prevent fraudulent activity
- Cookie consent cookies that remember your cookie preferences
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect information about page visits, traffic sources, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns. This data is aggregated and anonymized, meaning it does not personally identify individual visitors.
We use analytics data to:
- Understand which content is most valuable to our readers
- Identify technical issues and improve website performance
- Make informed decisions about editorial direction and site improvements
- Measure the effectiveness of our content and navigation structure
We use Google Analytics and similar analytics platforms to process this data. You can learn more about how Google uses your data at Google’s partner policy page.
Advertising Cookies
Advertising cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements to visitors and to measure the performance of advertising campaigns. These cookies track your browsing activity across websites and are used to build a profile of your interests so that relevant advertising can be displayed.
Third-party advertising networks that display ads on BleeBot may set their own cookies. These cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of those third-party networks. Common advertising cookie providers include Google AdSense and other programmatic advertising platforms.
Advertising cookies are used to:
- Display advertisements that are relevant to your interests
- Limit the number of times you see a particular advertisement
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Understand audience demographics and preferences
Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. These may include:
- Remembering your display preferences (such as dark mode or font size settings, if available)
- Storing your region or language preference
- Remembering whether you have previously interacted with specific site features
These cookies improve your experience but are not strictly necessary for the website to function.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on BleeBot are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. Third parties that may set cookies through our website include:
- Google Analytics — For website traffic analysis and reporting
- Google AdSense / Ad Manager — For delivering and measuring display advertising
- Social Media Platforms — If you use social sharing buttons, the respective platforms (Twitter/X, Facebook, etc.) may set cookies
- Affiliate Networks — Affiliate tracking cookies that record when you click an affiliate link, enabling commission tracking
- Content Delivery Networks — Cookies related to the delivery and optimization of website assets
We encourage you to review the cookie and privacy policies of these third-party services for more information about how they use cookies.
How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to control how cookies are used on your device. Here are the methods available to you:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View the cookies stored on your device
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set
Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect website functionality. Some features of BleeBot may not work correctly if essential cookies are disabled.
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of personalized advertising through the following industry tools:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) Opt-Out
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
GDPR and Privacy Compliance
BleeBot respects the privacy rights of all visitors, including those protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
- We obtain consent before setting non-essential cookies for visitors in jurisdictions where consent is required.
- You may withdraw your cookie consent at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting the website, or by adjusting your browser settings.
- We process cookie data based on legitimate interest (for essential and analytics purposes) and consent (for advertising and functionality purposes).
- For more information about how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the technologies we use, or applicable regulations. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at [email protected] or visit our Contact page.